Join Mackay Regional Council as a Senior Strategic Planner Work with a dynamic team to shape the region's future through strategic land use policy and planning. Be part of a collaborative environment focused on policy development, urban growth management and community impact.
About This Opportunity
* Advance your planning career with council and make a meaningful impact on communities across the Mackay region.
* Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of planners and engineers in the development and implementation of the region's planning scheme and planning related policies.
* Contribute to long-term planning and sustainable development for the Mackay region.
* Engage with stakeholders to ensure strategic land use solutions meet community needs and regulatory requirements.
Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills
* Tertiary qualifications in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated experience in strategic land use planning, development assessment (statutory planning) or policy / strategy development or delivery.
* Understanding of state and local government planning frameworks and processes.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.
Discover more about the Mackay Region
In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:
* Base annual salary of $ 107, $112,209.59
* Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
* Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
* Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
* May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
* Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
* Study and assistance programs for career development.
* Learning and career development opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Active Social Clubs.
Want to know more about this role?
View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.
How To Apply
Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role based on the role requirements identified in the PD. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).
After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.
Applications Close
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Having troubles submitting your application?
Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY
* Important information for applicants:
To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.
Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing).
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.